LS1012ASN7EKA

The LS1012ASN7EKA is an NXP Semiconductors QorIQ Layerscape microprocessor featuring a single ARM® Cortex®-A53 64-bit core running at 600 MHz. Designed for embedded applications, it integrates networking, storage and peripheral interfaces to support compact system designs.

Targeted at consumer-qualified embedded systems, the device combines moderate compute performance with on-chip connectivity and hardware security features to simplify platform implementation and accelerate time to market.

Key Features

• Core  Single ARM® Cortex®-A53 64-bit core at 600 MHz for general embedded processing tasks.
• Memory  DDR3L memory controller support for low-voltage system memory.
• Interfaces  Integrated connectivity including two Gigabit Ethernet ports and USB support (one USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 with PHY) to connect networking and peripheral devices.
• Storage  One SATA 6Gbps interface for high-speed storage or mass-storage expansion.
• Security Features  Hardware security capabilities with Secure Boot and TrustZone® to enable trusted system boot and partitioning.
• Package & Mounting  Supplied in a 211-FCLGA package (9.6x9.6) / 211-VFLGA case and intended for surface-mount assembly.
• Qualification & Environmental  Consumer qualification with RoHS compliance; operating temperature range from 0 °C to 105 °C.

Typical Applications

• Embedded Control  Single-core 64-bit processing for compact embedded controllers and appliances requiring moderate compute and integrated I/O.
• Networked Devices  Devices that need dual Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for routing, gateway, or connected edge functions.
• Storage Gateways  Small NAS or storage-adjacent systems leveraging the SATA 6Gbps interface for external or local storage.
• Peripheral Hubs  Systems that combine USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 connectivity with processor control for multimedia or accessory aggregation.

Unique Advantages

• Integrated Connectivity: Two GbE ports, SATA 6Gbps and USB 3.0/2.0 reduce external controller requirements and simplify board design.
• Security-Ready: Secure Boot and TrustZone® provide baseline hardware security primitives for trusted system architectures.
• Compact Packaging: 211-FCLGA (9.6x9.6) surface-mount package supports space-constrained designs while maintaining required I/O.
• Low-Voltage Memory Support: DDR3L controller enables lower-power memory options in consumer-qualification designs.
• Operational Range: Specified for 0 °C to 105 °C operation to accommodate a range of consumer embedded environments.
• Manufacturer & Series: Part of NXP Semiconductors' LS1012A series, offering a defined feature set for embedded applications.

Why Choose LS1012ASN7EKA?

The LS1012ASN7EKA positions itself as a compact, integrated microprocessor for embedded systems that need a 64-bit ARM® Cortex®-A53 core with built-in networking, storage and peripheral interfaces. Its combination of two Gigabit Ethernet ports, SATA 6Gbps, USB 3.0/2.0 and DDR3L support reduces external components and simplifies system architecture for consumer-qualified designs.

Offered in a space-efficient 211-FCLGA package and featuring Secure Boot and TrustZone® security features, this NXP Semiconductors device is suited to developers seeking a balanced mix of compute, connectivity and security for mid-range embedded products.

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